Lynxmotion has been expanding their robotic offerings with a vacuum-powered arm gripper (VAC-KT).
This arm attachment utilizes an inexpensive syringe and
servo as the vacuum source. The vacuum generated is
sufficient to hold a four ounce object for as long as
30 minutes. This assembly is a drop-in replacement for
a normal gripper on any of their robotic arms, and can
be assembled and installed with common hand tools.
Made from high quality laser cut plastic and custom
injection molded parts, this unique yet simple device will
provide long lasting performance. For use in the
classroom, science fair, mad scientist lab, or just for fun,
the VAC-KT will make it possible to lift and manipulate
small smooth objects with ease. It’s priced at $44.95
and comes with everything needed to upgrade an
existing arm.

Due to the popularity of their 6 mm pillow blocks,
Lynxmotion has expanded the range. They now stock 6
mm, 3 mm, 1/4”, and 1/8" versions. These pillow blocks
can be the foundation for many small projects that require
supporting an axle in one or more places. The heavy duty
shielded bearings are rated for 50K RPM. The pillow blocks
share common mounting hole spacing and have the same
axis height for ease of design. They're made from 6061-T6
aircraft grade aluminum, and priced at $8.95 each.

For further information, please contact:

Lynxmotion

Website: www.lynxmotion.com

GEARBOXES

New Additions to Gearboxes

BaneBots announces new additions to their highly successful P60 family of gearboxes. In addition to the
stock gearboxes, literally thousands of custom
configurations will be available starting in January. Despite
their compact size,
these gearboxes
pack a lot into a
small package. P60
gearboxes have
been applied in an
array of settings,
including the
educational, hobby,

commercial, and industrial markets.

With a new total of 34 ratios — ranging from 3:1 to
672:1 — the gearboxes can be customized in a number of
ways. Many of the new options are a result of customer
feedback and requests. The P60 shafts will now be
available in 3/8” in addition to the original 1/2” diameter,
and a hex shaft has also been added to the line-up. Short,
standard, and long shafts give users more flexibility in
design.

New, multiple mounting patterns add to the diversity
of applications and ease of use. BaneBots also has
increased the range of motor support to include industry
standard RS-380, RS-390, RS-395, RS-540, RS-550, and
RS-775 sized motors, as well as popular hobby motors